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Honda Accord IX

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
5.0 / 5.0 · Based on 2 engine variants

Body Variants

The Honda Accord IX is available as Sedan and Coupé — choose your body type for specific insurance data:

Sedan
2 Engines 2× Good Choice
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Coupé
2 Engines 2× Good Choice
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Generations

Engine Overview

The Honda Accord IX is available with 2 engine variants — from 188 to 282 hp.

2.4L i-VTEC Earth Dreams · Petrol· 185 PS
2013 2017
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
3.5L V6 i-VTEC · Petrol· 278 PS
2013 2017
Good Choice 3 weaknesses

The Honda 2.4L i-VTEC Earth Dreams (Petrol, 185 PS) has the K24W (2.4L i-VTEC Earth Dreams) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

The Honda 3.5L V6 i-VTEC (Petrol, 278 PS) has the J35Y (3.5L V6 i-VTEC) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 6 weaknesses have been documented for the Honda Accord IX (2013–2017). Considered reliable: K24W (2.4L i-VTEC Earth Dreams), J35Y (3.5L V6 i-VTEC).

What to watch out for with the Honda Accord? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Honda Accord IX have? +
The Honda Accord IX has 6 known engine weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Honda Accord IX? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: K24W (2.4L i-VTEC Earth Dreams), J35Y (3.5L V6 i-VTEC). The most reliable engine is the K24W (2.4L i-VTEC Earth Dreams) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the J35Y (3.5L V6 i-VTEC).
Which Honda Accord IX engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Honda Accord IX. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Honda Accord IX engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Honda Accord IX — rated: "Decent". {description} 278 hp V6: the fast Accord for people who don't want a sports car but want to be quick. Monitor VCM oil consumption, VCM Muzzler ($50) as prevention. Budget for carbon buildup from DI. Starter TSB on 2013-2015.
Is the Honda Accord IX worth buying used? +
The Honda Accord IX is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 2 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Honda Accord IX? +
The Honda Accord IX is available with engine variants from 188 to 282 hp. Petrol: K24W (2.4L i-VTEC Earth Dreams), J35Y (3.5L V6 i-VTEC).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee